This article was co-authored by Sarah Schewitz, PsyD. Sarah Schewitz, Psy.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist by the California Board of Psychology with over 10 years of experience. She received her Psy.D. from the Florida Institute of Technology in 2011. She is the founder of Couples Learn, an online psychology practice helping couples and individuals improve and change their patterns in love and relationships.
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Feeling a little intimidated by the thought of reaching out to a total stranger online? We’ve all been there.
But when you’re staring at your phone’s keyboard wondering what to text, just remember that you’re probably better at this than you think. Pretty much everyone in your life was a stranger to you once! However, sometimes it’s tough to cut through the small talk and take the conversation to the next level.
That’s why we’ve put together a guide to help you create more exciting, more meaningful connections. Read on for 10 foolproof conversation starters for fun and flowing text conversations with new people.
Steps
Example Questions to ask a Stranger Over Text
Expert Q&A
Tips
References
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- ↑ https://psychcentral.com/blog/45-conversation-starters-to-bolster-your-bond-with-your-friends-and-family
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